US Budget Framework 2025-2034: Setting Spending and Revenue Targets
This document outlines the U.S. government's budget plan for fiscal year 2025 and projections through 2034. It sets overall targets for revenues, spending, and public debt, and provides instructions for congressional committees to prepare future legislation. While it doesn't directly change taxes or benefits, it forms the basis for future decisions that could impact citizens' finances and public services.
Key points
Overall targets for federal government revenues and spending for the next decade have been established, influencing future funding for public services.
Congressional committees are instructed to draft legislation that may reduce or increase the deficit in various areas, including agriculture, education, defense, and healthcare.
Special reserve funds are included to allow flexible budget adjustments for future laws, such as those protecting Medicare and Medicaid or promoting government deregulation, provided they do not increase the deficit.
The document projects an increase in public debt over the next ten years, which could have long-term implications for the economy and future generations.
VOTING RESULTS
2025-02-21
52%
For
52
Against
48
Abstain
0
Passed Senate
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